Book description
More than four billion people--some 60 percent of humanity--live in debilitating poverty, on less than $5 per day. The standard narrative tells us this crisis is a natural phenomenon, having to do with things like climate and geography and culture. It tells us that all we have to do is give a bit of aid here and there to help poor countries up the development ladder. It insists that if poor countries would only adopt the right institutions and economic policies, they could overcome their disadvantages and join the ranks of the rich world.Anthropologist Jason Hickel argues that this story ignores the broader political forces at play. Global poverty--and the growing inequality between the rich countries of Europe and North America and the poor ones of Africa, Asia, and South America--has come about because the global economy has been designed over the course of five hundred years of conquest, colonialism, regime change, and globalization to favor the interests of the richest and most powerful nations. Global inequality is not natural or inevitable, and it is certainly not accidental. To close the divide, Hickel proposes dramatic action rooted in real justice: abolishing debt burdens in the global South, democratizing the institutions of global governance, and rolling out an international minimum wage, among many other vital steps. Only then will we have a chance at a world where all begin on more equal footing.
Twister Hero
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PixelPilgrim
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Dahlia Bumble
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Leaf Assassin
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Fire Feline
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Shady Lady
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Midas
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Sultan of Speed
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InsightfulInk
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Patton Digger
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HOV
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Terror Master
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Tornado Maker
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Pearl Girl
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101
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§
Crossing Guard
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Overrun
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Sneaky Lady
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. I'm grateful for this app β it's made reading a part of my everyday life. πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Trigger Warming
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WittyWordsmith
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. π Embracing reading in the digital age β this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. π±π ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience